Trail Descriptions
North Star Nature Preserve Loop
The Preserve is 175 acres of land east of Aspen that has been preserved to allow its natural ecology to continue with a minimum of human impact. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are one of the few uses permitted on its flat, open meadows close to the Roaring Fork River. Please stay on marked trails and respect the wildlife. Note: grooming on this trail is scheduled on an as-needed basis only so as to minimize impact.
Difficulty: Beginner.
Length: A little over 1.5 miles.
Access: Go 1.5 miles east of Aspen on Highway 82 and look for the small parking area on the right.
Benedict Trail
This section of trail serves as a connection from the East end of Aspen to the North Star Nature Preserve. It is narrow, winding and mostly in the trees. A small portion of the trail is subject to avalanche danger.
Difficulty: Intermediate. Skating not recommended.
Length: 1.5 miles from Ute Avenue to North Star Nature Preserve.
Access: Follow Ute Avenue to the Ute Trail parking lot, then up a public access 100 yards to where the trail crosses. Free bus service available.
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